Beginning Norwegian Rosemaling: Rogaland Style

Registration for this class opens to MMFS members on November 10, and then to the general public on November 12, 2026. Not a member yet? You can sign up here.

This beginner-friendly class will delve into the Rogaland style of rosemaling, which originated in the southwestern corner of Norway and is known for its symmetrical design of flowers, scrolls, and limited color palette. In this class, you will explore the history of rosemaling, discover its many regional styles, and learn what makes the Rogaland style so beautiful. 

We will start with the building blocks of all rosemaling, the C and S strokes, then move on to flowers, leaves, scrolls, and linework. By the end of the day, you'll leave with a lovely hand-painted piece to enjoy.

 

About the Instructor: Michelle Carlson 

Instructor will provide the following:
All materials are provided, including woodenware, brushes, and paint. 

Students are asked to bring:

• Your favorite painting clothes
• A desire to learn
• Note-taking tools (if you’d like to take notes)
• Since your class runs over the lunch hour, we recommend you bring lunch or click HERE to learn about local eating opportunities. 

Skill Level 
No experience required. 

Age Recommendation 
Students ages 18 and older are welcome to attend this class.

Location Details
Marine Mills Folk School
550 Pine St.
Marine on St. Croix, MN 55047

Cost Details
Tuition: $120
Materials Fee: $35
Total Cost: $155

NOTE: Be aware we may cancel class if a minimum number of registrations is not reached. We work to balance teachers’ need to plan for a class with students’ busy schedules — not an easy task. Please register as early as possible! If interested, you can find our cancellation policy HERE.